Ottawa Business Podcast

In this episode we speak with City of Ottawa Councillor George Darouze, to tell his story growing up in Beirut Lebanon, living through the civil war, fleeing his homeland, coming to Canada and how he was able to start a new life in Ottawa. From his humble beginnings with just $200 in his pocket to starting a business, becoming a leader in the telecommunications sector to running for City Council, it is a great story about heartbreak, perseverance, determination and hard work. George also shares some advice for those thinking about going into politics.

For more information about George Darouze:

www.georgedarouze.ca

Tel: 613-580-2490

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GeorgeDarouze

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/gdarouze/

In this episode we welcome Ken Hoca to the studio and shares with us about his journey to Canada, his early work in IT Security and then the founding of his company Koza IT Cyber Security. Ken offers some advice for those in business along with some Cyber Security tips for the audience along with some beer recommendations.

Contact information for Ken Hoca, Koza IT Cyber Security:

www.kozait.ca

Tel: 613-212-5050 XT.1

E-Mail: [email protected]

LinkedIn: @kozaitservices

Facebook: @kozaitservices

In this episode of the show we speak with serial entrepreneur, business owner, investor and professor Jim Cummings. Jim brings a wealth of business experience, insights and wisdom for business owners and entrepreneurs alike. He also shares some key insights from his current work as a business coach, you don't want to miss this episode.

Contact details for Jim Cummings:

www.insidetrackcoaching.com

E-Mail: [email protected]

TEL: 613-797-8350

Facebook: @insidetrackcoaching

Instagram: @insidetrackcoaching

Twitter: @_gettherefaster

LinkedIn: Jim Cummings

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In this episode we speak with Mike Wlotzki and Rob Howell both committee members from the charity Playing It Forward For Wishes. We discuss the origins of this great charity, how it came about and how it has grown. They also share some advice for those in fundraising looking to raise some money for charity.

Contact Information for Playing It Forward For Wishes:

www.playingitforwardforwishes.com

E-Mail: [email protected]

Facebook: @playingitforwardforwishes

Instagram: @playitforwardforwishes

In this episode we welcome Sean Sisk to the studio where he shares with us his journey as a photographer while providing some great advice for those business owners, entrepreneurs and creatives. Sean also shares the background story of his famous Gord Downie photo.

Contact information for Sean Sisk, Sean Sisk Photography:

www.siskphoto.com

Tel: 613-294-0604

E-Mail: [email protected]

Twitter: @siskphoto

Instagram: @siskphoto

In this episode we speak with David Casseus the Executive Director of BNI for Eastern Ontario & Western Quebec. David recently purchased the franchise and shares with us how that journey took place and what his plans are for the region. He also takes some time to outline how networking was a catalyst in building his business and some additional skills that he learned after joining BNI that he was able to apply to his business. David also shares his story about starting his own business WizeBA and some of the lessons that he learned to successfully build his company.

Contact information for David Casseus

BNI Eastern Ontario & Western Quebec

www.bnieast.ca

Tel: 613-860-0577

LinkedIn: BNI

WizeBA

www.wizeba.com

[email protected]

LinkedIn: WizeBA

In this episode we speak with Travis Iverson the founder of Iver Fashion. Travis retells the story of his tragic accident that left him paralyzed, the struggles that ensued and the tremendous courage and perseverance he had to start his business while being bedridden. This is an outstanding story of courage, perseverance and motivation. Travis also discusses his "Never Give Up" hat campaign. You can find more information on the hat campaign here: https://iverfashion.com/products/the-hat-1

You can find Iver Fashion on the web at: https://iverfashion.com/ or you can reach him by e-mail at: [email protected].

You can also find Iver Fashion on social media:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iverfashionlifestyle/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/iverfashion/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/Iverfashion

In this episode, we talk with local author Marc Seguin about his book Advocacy In Aging. Marc touches on the components of the book and who would benefit from reading the book. Marc also takes us on his journey outlining the steps he took in getting the book completed.

For those looking to purchase the book, you can do so at the website: https://advocacyinaging.com/

You can also reach Marc by e-mail at: [email protected] or by telephone at: 613-875-6640.

In this episode of the show we talk with Gawain Harding and Steve Dean about NCAFA (National Capital Amateur Football Association), its impact in the Nation's Capital and the country as the largest Amateur Football Association in Canada. They provide an overview of the league, the game of football, the options available to players and the levels of play that they offer. We get their advice on how to successfully run an amateur sports club.

We then shift gears and Gawain provides us with an introduction and history of the Gatineau Vikings Football Club and Steve Dean provides us with the history of the Nepean Eagles.

For more information about NCAFA you can find them on the web at www.ncafa.ca.

You can also find them on social media:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NCAFAFootball

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ncafafootball/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/NCAFAfootball

Linked-In: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ncafa/

Gatineau Vikings: https://vikingsgatineau.ca/

Nepean Eagles: https://www.nepeaneagles.ca/

On this episode we welcome Tony Zacconi from the Sala San Marco Events Centre and coming soon Mercato Zacconi. Tony tells us his family story, starting in the restaurant business, moving into the banquet hall and events business and then provides us with a glimpse of the next evolution of the business: Mercato Zacconi. He outlines his vision for the Mercato Zacconi and what prompted the move into this new area of business. For those in Little Italy in Ottawa, this is a first glimpse of what is to come.

He has advice for those in business especially those struggling in this current pandemic environment.

Contact information for Sala San Marco Events Centre:

www.salasanmarco.ca

TEL: 613-238-6063

E-Mail: [email protected]

Located at: 215 Preston Street, Free parking in the rear.

FB: Sala San Marco

IG: SalaSanMarco

LI: Sala San Marco

Information about Mercato Zacconi:

Website coming soon: www.mercatozacconi.com

IG: Mercato Zacconi

He provides some local shout-outs to the following local businesses:

Capital Sound

La Taverna

Preston Hardware

Cosenza Cafe